The Canary Islands have the best climate in the world. This means more than pleasant temperatures and many sunny days every year: lovely weather is conducive to closer social relationships and a laid-back lifestyle where people spend a lot of their time in the streets... In short, “a good Canary vibe.”
The islands are a perfect place to find a unique way to live. The locals have a friendly, affectionate attitude. They know that they live in paradise, and they are happy to share it. This aspect is popular among European citizens, who repeatedly return and work on the islands and make it their temporary home.
The slow lifestyle
The term slow life was coined in 2008 by journalist and writer Carl Honoré in his bestseller “In Praise of Slowness”. In his work, Honoré addressed the question: “Why are people in such a rush? Where are they trying to get to so quickly? What are they missing by living their lives so fast?” According to Honoré, society has fallen into the clutches of speed and immediacy. As a result, life has become fast-paced.
In big European cities like Madrid, Berlin and London, everything moves at a manic pace. Haste, emergencies, and speed are an everyday part of life. The Canary Islands have become an ideal haven for adopting a more relaxed life and learning to slow down. Enjoy things that happen, put problems into perspective and take advantage of what the islands offer.
A guide to slow living in the Canary Islands
Appreciate your good fortune to live in paradise: Not everyone is lucky enough to live and work near the beach, close to nature parks and all the leisure options found in the Canary Islands.
Enjoy the sunshine and balmy temperatures: The Canary Islands are the southernmost territory of Europe and are blessed with year-round mild temperatures. They have more hours of sun than the rest of Europe (3,000 per year), and you never need to wear a coat, which is marvellous.
Make clock-watching a pleasure, not a curse: Many workers are slaves to time and clocks these days. This approach changes people’s pace of life, so why not look upon time as an opportunity rather than a punishment. Life in the Canary Islands is slower, and enough time is allowed for everything. The Canary Island lifestyle focuses on people rather than obligations, and time is something to be enjoyed rather than feared.
The work-fun balance: Living in the Canary Islands doesn’t mean that your work obligations will disappear. However, balancing work and fun improves productivity and mood. In addition, this group of islands offers an enormous range of entertainment options to suit all ages and tastes, without needing to travel long distances.
Enjoy the gastronomic delights of the islands: Eating is one of humankind’s greatest pleasures. Canary Island cuisine boasts numerous unique products and dishes that definitely enhance the experience.
Socialise: The islands are a meeting point for visitors from all around the world. What’s more, the islanders’ pleasant, welcoming, affectionate nature makes making personal friends and business contacts a breeze. So why not spend some time meeting and chatting to visitors and locals to enhance your personal life and find business opportunities?
